North Korea Fires Missile Ahead of US-South Korea Drills

On August 11, 2026, North Korea fired an unidentified projectile eastward toward the sea, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff. This launch comes ahead of major US-South Korea military exercises and marks the second missile test in less than a week. The projectile is believed to be a ballistic missile, though further details are pending. The launch underscores ongoing tensions in the region as the allies prepare for their joint drills.